Aftermarket tie rod ball joint fracture
Defect Summary
Certain zf lemforder tie rod ball joints sold for use as original equipment for volvo xc90 passenger vehicles and sold as replacement equipment. due to insufficient conical surface pressures, fatigue fractures in the ball joint can occur.
Safety Consequence
If the ball joint should fracture while the vehicle is in use, a vehicle crash can occur.
Corrective Action
Zf lemforder will notify owners and replace the tie rod ball joint free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a remedy schedule. owners may contact zf lemforder at 734-416-6200.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Zf Lenksysteme or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 06E062000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06E062000?
NHTSA recall 06E062000 was issued by Zf Lenksysteme on July 10, 2006. It addresses: Aftermarket tie rod ball joint fracture. The recall affects approximately 453 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Zf Lenksysteme dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06E062000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.